Enhance collaboration with industry to increase effectiveness of apprenticeship: MSDE minister Jayant Chaudhary
Jayant Chaudhary, minister of skills development and entrepreneurship (independent charge), on Thursday, called for increased collaboration with the industry partners to enhance the scope and effectiveness of apprenticeship and vocational training programmes in India besides .
During a comprehensive review of the skilling schemes with the top ministry officials, Chuadhary reiterated on providing quality skill training to the youth, across the country, with a special focus on marginalized communities, backward areas, and new-age market relevant skills, the ministry of skills development and entrepreneurship (MSDE) said in a statement.
Elaborating on the necessity of a unified effort to ensure the successful implementation and expansion of skill development initiatives across the nation, Chaudhary said that focus should be on close collaboration and convergence with other ministries and states to bring scale and speed to the skill ecosystem.
According to a statement, the idea of a comprehensive review was to gain a deep understanding of the operations of various MSDE divisions, their achievements, and the challenges they face.
“This will enhance the ministry's strategic approach and future roadmap towards skill development,” it said, adding latest data and feedback on these schemes was also analysed to identify areas requiring immediate attention and improvement.
“The minister expressed optimism for India’s skill development, affirming the ministry’s commitment to fostering essential skills and sustainable
